Cloud Architect/Remote

Job Title: Cloud Architect

Location- Remote

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Cloud Architect to design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud solutions. The role involves defining cloud strategy, leading architecture design, and guiding teams in building cloud-native and hybrid solutions across platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and architect cloud-based solutions aligned with business and technical requirements.

• Define cloud strategy, architecture standards, and best practices.

• Lead cloud migration and modernization initiatives (on-prem to cloud).

• Design high-availability, fault-tolerant, and scalable architectures.

• Ensure security, compliance, and governance in cloud environments.

• Collaborate with DevOps, security, and application teams.

• Evaluate and recommend cloud services and tools.

• Optimize cloud cost, performance, and resource utilization.

• Implement disaster recovery and business continuity plans.

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform).

• Expertise in cloud architecture patterns (microservices, serverless, containers).

• Experience with infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM).

• Knowledge of networking (VPC, subnets, load balancers, DNS).

• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

• Understanding of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.

• Knowledge of security best practices (IAM, encryption, compliance).

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Cloud certifications (AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Architect, Google Cloud Platform Architect).

• Experience with multi-cloud or hybrid cloud environments.

• Familiarity with monitoring tools (CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, Prometheus).

• Knowledge of big data or AI/ML services.

• Experience in large-scale enterprise environments.

Experience:

• 8–15 years of IT experience with 3+ years in cloud architecture

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and solution design

• Leadership and stakeholder management

• Strong communication skills

• Ability to drive innovation and transformation